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700-716 Sutter St

Downtown, SF 94108 0282004A 55 units · 5 fl · 1918

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Downtown
At or below average
avg 6.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), at or below the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 700-716 Sutter St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1918
2 or more units
55 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
C3G
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1918
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units55
Floors5
Year built1918
Total area34,589 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0282004A
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
111220

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704 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
700 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
708 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
716 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
701 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The 55-unit, 5-story building at 700-716 Sutter Street, constructed in 1918 and currently owned by SF 701 Taylor Street LLC, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues in recent months. As of mid-2026, there are multiple active violations, including an out-of-service elevator, inoperable garbage disposal, and extensive interior paint problems involving peeling, cracking, and potential lead paint hazards in the hallways. Recent complaints have documented concerning water-related issues, including a kitchen ceiling leak, water damage to cabinets, and a ceiling collapse on the top floor. The building has also faced challenges with its fire safety systems, though recent permits indicate progress, including a 2024 upgrade to the fire alarm system to meet current codes and the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas.

Historical data over the past seven years shows 802 service requests, 32 complaints, 10 fire incidents, and 13 building permits, with a total construction cost of approximately $314,584. Recent construction activity includes repairs to drywall damage in Unit 407 from leaks and a kitchen remodel in Unit 507. The building's exterior accessibility has been a focus, with a 2022 permit addressing ADA compliance through the installation of power door operators at multiple entrances. However, there are persistent concerns about the building's maintenance and safety systems, as evidenced by multiple active violations and service requests related to garbage debris and sidewalk defects. The property's recent construction history suggests ongoing efforts to address various building systems, though many current violations remain unresolved as of mid-2026.

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Risk rating

How 700-716 Sutter St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
6th percentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 421 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
6%
No DBI
violation
94%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 4.2%
Moderate concern 87.2%
Severe concern 8.6%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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700-716 Sutter St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 30
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 20
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